Australia said parts of the F-35s were mistakenly diverted to Hong Kong while being sent to the US for repairs.

Australia said parts of the F-35s were mistakenly diverted to Hong Kong while being sent to the US for repairs.

Defense Minister Richard Marles said Australia was working with the US and Lockheed Martin on an investigation.

It is not yet clear why the shipment is being re-routed or how it arrived in Hong Kong. Australia said it believed no sensitive components were involved.

Source: CNN